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Find programs and services for all ages to enrich your life and our community. Register for recreation programs, visit a park, or reserve time at a pool or sports field or court. Visit a senior center, volunteer, adopt a pet, enjoy public art, or find affordable housing resources. 

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Animal Care Services

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Parks & Recreation

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Seniors and People with Disabilities

Visit a senior center, find assistance with food and transportation, apply for home rehab loans

Latest News

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Outdoor cinema and discussion about helping bees, butterflies, birds, and flowers

Saturday night viewing on September 30 open to all ages and will be shown on Shorebird Park Nature Center lawn. Don’t forget your snacks, blankets, and low-height chairs.

Berkeley marina waterfront with people walking and sail boats in the distance

Register for Berkeley’s Coastal Cleanup Day on September 23

Join neighbors from 9am-12pm as part of a statewide effort to keep our waterways clean. Learn how your everyday actions can reduce trash pollution.

Person skateboards down a cement ramp at the Berkeley Skate Park

T-Mack Skate Jam: skate to music, celebrate and remember

Join us at the Berkeley Skate Park for a free, all-ages event on Sept 16. Enjoy live music, skating, food, a raffle, and honor Terrence McCrary Jr.'s memory while advocating against gun violence.

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For National Night Out on Aug. 1, City-run block party is an option

If your neighborhood doesn’t have its own gathering or you want to join something bigger, come to our block party for activities, games, and food. It’s free to all.

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Upcoming Events

30Sep

Movies in the Park: Disney Nature - Wings of Life

7:00PM - 8:45PM

04Oct

John Hinkel Park Tree Planting

9:00AM - 12:00PM

07Oct

Aquatic Park Ribbon Cutting and Volunteer Opportunity

10:00AM - 1:00PM

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Boards & Commissions

Youth Commission Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront Commission

Related legislative bodies

Adopted Plans

Name Adopted Summary
Citywide Pools Master Plan

The Berkeley Citywide Pools Master Plan addresses citywide needs and interests related to pools and aquatic programs. 
Waterfront Master Plan

The Waterfront Master Plan establishes the waterfront as an area primarily for recreational, open space, and environmental uses, with preservation and enhancement of beaches, marshes, and other natural habitats.
Marina Master Plan

The Marina Master Plan represents a commitment on the part of the community and the City to provide a long-term recreation, capital projects, and open space enhancement program for the Marina.